Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Izmir Airport (ADB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport is 3 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Izmir is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Take your pick of three weekly London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport flights. The 06:10 departure with easyJet is the earliest flight available. SunExpress operates the latest service of the day at 19:05.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your LGW to ADB flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
SunExpress offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Izmir — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if your schedule allows.
SunExpress is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for LGW to ADB flights is easyJet.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between LGW and ADB:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Izmir Airport (ADB)
Currently, $78 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $162. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGW to ADB.
November is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LGW to ADB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from LGW make it to their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
London Gatwick Airport is around 48 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Izmir Airport (ADB)
Consider booking a hotel near ADB if you're taking a late London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Izmir Airport rental car and discover Izmir and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Essence and Goldcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Izmir Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Izmir Airport (ADB) to central Izmir
Izmir Airport to the centre of Izmir has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Izmir Airport (ADB)
August is the busiest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Izmir in March.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Izmir Airport for July if you want to go to Izmir during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to ADB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've visited Izmir, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to Istanbul to check off its leading attractions. From Hagia Sophia Museum to Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), head for Bursa, about 257 kilometres north-east of Izmir. Old Bursa Historic Houses, Archeological Museum and Bursa Grand Bazaar are the start of reasons to visit.

